Italy Tour from Start to Finish with Turkish Airlines, 7 Nights 8 Days Summer 2027 (MXP-FCO)
Tour Detail
Day 1: Istanbul – Milan
Meet at 09:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul New Airport International Departures Terminal. After check-in, we depart for Milan at 11:30 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1895. Upon arrival at 13:25 local time, we begin our panoramic Milan city tour with our waiting coach. During our Milan city tour, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan Cathedral, and the city’s famous fashion district will be seen panoramically. After our guide’s explanations, free time will be given in the city center. Guests who wish may join the Lake Como & Towns Tour, organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Lake Como and Town Tour Per Person 40 Euro
We invite you to discover Lake Como, one of the world’s most beloved lake destinations, with its deep blue waters and postcard-like scenery stretching at the foot of the Alps. With its elegant villas, historic stone houses, and charming towns lined along the lakeshore, Lake Como is one of Italy’s most impressive regions. Throughout our tour, we enjoy pleasant walks in the beautiful towns around the lake, discovering historic squares, narrow stone streets, and the colorful life along the shore up close. You may shop at local boutique stores, enjoy Italian coffee or gelato overlooking the lake, and take unforgettable photos against unique scenery.
Day 2: Milan – Verona - Venice
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona Tour organized by our guide on the way. After the tour, we continue to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the final access point for vehicles, we take a vaporetto to the historic island. After an enjoyable vaporetto ride, we disembark near San Marco Square, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, all vehicles we are used to seeing in daily life, such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc., have been replaced by boats. During our walk along Riva degli Schiavoni (the Quay of the Slaves), one of Venice’s iconic spots, we panoramically see the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri), San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the exterior of the Doge’s Palace, and the two historic columns symbolizing the city’s entrance. After our walk, we arrive at San Marco Square, the heart of Venice and one of the city’s most magnificent squares. After brief explanations by our guide, we give a photo break and free time so you can explore this enchanting atmosphere and take beautiful photos. Guests who wish may join the extra Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour to discover Venice’s historical and cultural riches more closely. After our tour, free time and transfer to our hotel.
Optional Tour: Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour Per Person: 40 Euro
We discover Verona, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. During the walking tour, Piazza Bra, Arena di Verona, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, the Scaliger Tombs, and the famous balcony of Juliet’s House will be seen from the outside. After the guide’s explanations, free time will be given to explore the city’s historic streets, shop, or take a short break.
Optional Tour: Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour Per Person: 50 €
We learn about the historical and architectural features of St. Mark’s Basilica, one of Venice’s most important landmarks, and discover the significance St. Mark’s Square held for centuries as the political and religious center of the Venetian Republic. Then, after detailed information about the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), Campanile (Bell Tower), and the Doge’s Palace, we continue our walk through the historic streets that bear witness to Venice’s past. As our tour continues, we explore the area around the Rialto Bridge and Rialto Market, one of the important trading points connecting Venice’s past to the present, by passing through narrow canals, hidden passages, and historic squares that reflect the city’s enchanting atmosphere. We have the opportunity to closely observe the lively atmosphere of this area and take beautiful photos reflecting Venice’s unique texture. We crown our Venice experience with a gondola tour, one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable parts of our program. As we glide through the historic canals on traditional gondolas, we discover the city’s unique architecture and romantic atmosphere from a completely different perspective. This special tour, where you closely experience Venice’s enchanting atmosphere intertwined with history, art, architecture, and romance, offers a discovery full of unforgettable memories.
Note: The gondola ride is carried out in accordance with the standard operation applied in Venice, with gondolas of maximum 5 people, shared according to the number of participants.
Day 3: Venice - Florence
After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, we begin to discover Florence, considered the birthplace of Renaissance art; a city that pioneered European trade in silk, wool, gold, and banking; once the capital of the Kingdom of Italy; and the city where many important figures who shaped world history, such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo, were born. During our panoramic city tour, Florence Cathedral (Duomo), the Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Palazzo della Signoria, which is now used as an open-air museum, Signoria Square, Lanzi Loggia, Uffizi Square, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, which has a history of approximately 650 years and has jewelry shops on it, Republic Square, and San Lorenzo Market are among the places to be seen. After our city tour, free time will be given. Then transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel.
Day 4: Florence
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Great Tuscany: Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Tour, organized as an extra by our guide. Overnight at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano Tour): Per Person 100 EUR
We discover three of Tuscany’s most important cities in one day. Our first stop is Pisa, where Miracles Square (Piazza dei Miracoli), the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery will be seen from the outside. Then we move on to San Gimignano, famous for its medieval atmosphere and impressive towers. Here we enjoy a pleasant walk through Cisterna Square and the historic streets. In our final stop, Siena, walking through narrow medieval streets, the area around Siena Cathedral, the Loggia of the Merchants, and Campo Square, known worldwide for the Palio Horse Race, are among the places to be seen. Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites in the cities are not included in the tour price unless otherwise stated.
Day 5: Florence – Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Rome. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic Rome city tour in this enchanting city, the capital of world history and Italy. During our tour, we panoramically explore Rome’s most important historical points. Our first stop is the Colosseo (Colosseum) and the adjacent Arch of Constantine. Then, with a view of the Roman Forum, we enjoy the city’s unique panoramic view from Capitol Hill. Next, we see the famous Mouth of Truth statue at Piazza della Bocca della Verità, pass in front of Teatro Marcello, which has survived from Ancient Rome to the present day, and reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with the magnificent view of Castel Sant’Angelo (Holy Angel Castle) rising on the riverbank. After the city tour, guests who wish may join the Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour, organized as an extra by our guide. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and check-in to our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Optional Tour: Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour Per Person 40 Euro
On this enjoyable walking tour where we discover Rome’s heritage of history, art, and faith together, Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Venezia, and the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II will be seen. Then the Four Rivers Fountain at Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo will be visited. In the final part of our tour, we proceed to the Vatican and see St. Peter’s Square and the exterior of the basilica. If security checks, visitor density, religious ceremonies, and the Vatican’s daily practices are suitable, entry to St. Peter’s Basilica will be made. The visit inside the basilica may be carried out in an individual sightseeing format. Guide narration inside may not be possible due to Vatican rules.
Day 6: Rome – Naples & Pompeii – Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, the whole day is free. Guests who wish may join the Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour, organized as an extra by our guide. In the evening, guests who wish may join the Rome by Night Tour. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Optional Tour: Pompeii Ancient City and Naples City Tour – Per Person: 120 Euro
We begin our tour in the Ancient City of Pompeii, buried under ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Accompanied by a licensed local guide, after discovering the ancient city’s stone streets, houses, shops, baths, frescoes, and mosaics, we head to Naples. During our panoramic Naples city tour, Castel Nuovo, the Royal Palace, San Carlo Theater, Galleria Umberto, and the historic city center will be seen. During your free time, you may have the opportunity to taste Naples’ world-famous street food and traditional Italian pizza. The entrance fee to the Ancient City of Pompeii is not included in the tour price unless otherwise stated.
Day 7: Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Nemi & Lakes Region + Castel Romano Outlet Tour organized by our guide. After our tour, overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Optional Tour: Nemi Village & Lakes Region and Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour Per Person 70 Euro
In the first part of our tour, the Castelli Romani region south of Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Lake Albano, and Nemi Village will be explored. After free time in Nemi, we head to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. Free time will be given for shopping, dining, and relaxation in this open-air shopping center where world-famous brands offer discounted products throughout the year. Visit durations are determined by the guide according to the daily flow of the program.
Day 8: Rome – Istanbul
After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, free time. At the time determined by our guide, we transfer to the airport. We depart for Istanbul Airport at 14.50 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1866. After our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 19.30, our tour ends. Until we meet again on our next organization…
Optional Tour(Full Package) Price
Lake Como and Town Tour 40 €
Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour 40 €
Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour 50 €
Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) 100 €
Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour 40 €
Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour 120 €
Nemi Village & Lakes Region & Castel Romano Outlet 70 €
Total Amount of Optional Tours: 460 €
15% Discounted Full Package Price: 390 €
City 3* and 4* Hotels etc. (2 sample hotel names are given for each city)
Rome Relais Cristallo Tivoli 3* etc. // Palace 2000 4* etc.
Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* etc. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4* etc.
Venice Le Calandre 3* etc. // Roy Hotel 4* etc.
Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* etc. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4* etc.
Important Information
*The 15% Full Package discount is valid only if all optional tours are purchased as a package.
*Optional tours can be purchased before the tour starts from our sales offices or during the tour through our local guides.
*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for optional tours that have been purchased.
*Guests who do not join optional tours may, depending on the tour operation, be dropped off at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping center, or a safe point determined by the guide. At the end of the tour, they will be picked up from the same point and rejoin the group.
*The order, content, and visiting times of optional tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, the practices of official authorities, and operational requirements.
*To carry out optional tours, a sufficient number of participants must be reached. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be canceled or an alternative program may be applied.
What's Included
Included Services
*Round-trip economy class flight ticket on the Istanbul – Milan / Rome – Istanbul route with Turkish Airlines scheduled flights
*City tours of Rome, Florence, and Venice as specified in the program
*7 nights’ accommodation in total in specified or similar 3- and 4-star hotels, including 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence (Montecatini or Calenzano), 1 night in Venice (Quarto d'Altino, Noale or Treviso), and 1 night in Milan and surrounding areas**
*Professional Turkish-speaking guide service throughout the program
*Airport – hotel – airport transfers and all intercity transfers specified in the program, with luxury tour buses
*Airport taxes
Not Included
Services Not Included
*Visa service
*Exit tax stamp for travel abroad
*Private travel health insurance
*All kinds of personal expenses
*All extra services taken at hotels
*Optional (extra) tours specified in the program
*Hotel taxes (City Tax, Check Point fees, Vaporetto fee, local guide fees, local service charges, Venice landing fee, headphone fees, handling fee, bus entry fees, and operational service expenses, a mandatory payment of 150 Euros per person, will be collected in cash by the guide before the tour departs.)
*Driver tips